2009 Audi A6 vs. 2009 BMW 525
To start off, both 2009 Audi A6 and 2009 BMW 525 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,123 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2009 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 525 weights approximately 146 kg more than 2009 Audi A6.
Because 2009 BMW 525 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 BMW 525. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Audi A6 (331 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A6 | 2009 BMW 525 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | A6 | 525 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3123 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 331 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 78.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 7.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1686 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |